The David A. Andelman and Pamela Title Award 2015

Left to right: Evan Williams, Edward Watts and Raney Aronson.

Left to right: Evan Williams, Edward Watts and Raney Aronson.

Best international reporting in the broadcast media showing a concern for the human condition

AWARD YEAR: 2015

AWARD NAME: The David A. Andelman and Pamela Title Award 2015

RECIPIENTS: Evan Williams, Edward Watts and Raney Aronson

AFFILIATION: PBS investigative series FRONTLINE

HONORED WORK: “Escaping Isis”

“Escaping Isis” offers an exclusive, inside look at a secret underground cell working to free women and children from captivity. It was noted for its extraordinary access and carefully detailed depiction of daunting efforts to carry out extremely dangerous rescue work. One judge described the film as restorative journalism at its best, revealing the positive, successful efforts of those who have chosen to risk their lives to win freedom for less fortunate others. Beautifully written and edited, the film is a sensitive, humanizing portrayal of suffering and redemption.

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Citation Recipient: Marine Olivesi
Affiliation: PRI/The World
Honored Work: “Trauma and the Syrian War”
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